Spezia is forced to drastically cut its payroll: thirty players remain under contract and the massive wage bill is out of reach. Sporting director Angelozzi has launched a disposal plan to rebalance the books, while new coach Turati must already think about a slimmer squad.

What is the current salary situation?

The club’s accounts reveal a wage load that far exceeds Spezia’s capacity. With a Serie C salary cap of €123,000 per player and a rule that no more than 50% of production value can be spent, the club faces unsustainable spending. Pressure rose after Mascardi’s imminent exit and the likely departure of Aurelio, already linked with Catanzaro and Padova.

Why must action be taken now?

The transfer window is closed, but the deadline to submit the Serie B roster is near. Without freeing up spots, Spezia risks sanctions and the inability to register new signings. An over‑crowded squad also hampers Turati, who must pick players with the right mindset for the relegation battle. The team currently sits 19th in Serie B with 35 points, 8 wins, 11 draws and 19 losses, having scored 43 and conceded 59 goals for a –16 goal difference.

Who can stay in the squad?

Regulations allow six players born after 1 January 2004 with at least two seasons at the club to remain. They are goalkeeper Leonardo, defenders Giorgeschi and Benvenuto, midfielders Candelari, Lorenzelli and Franchetti Rosada, and striker Fontanarosa. Others such as Conte, Lischetti and Djankpata do not meet the criteria and will likely be sold or released.

What are the season’s prospects?

The next match is against Pescara, the last result being a 1‑1 draw on 8 May 2026. With a recent form of 0 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss (DDDDL), the side must find quick solutions to avoid sinking further. If the wage cuts succeed, Spezia can focus on the survival fight, but it still trails 52 points behind leaders Inter in the title race.

Spezia’s future hinges on trimming the payroll and keeping a core of promising youngsters, while Turati navigates a transitioning squad aware that every point matters in the battle against relegation.